peanut butter cookies
Delight in these classic peanut butter cookies that are rich, chewy, and perfectly sweetened for a timeless treat loved by all ages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until a smooth dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball gently with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra texture, try adding a handful of chocolate chips or chopped peanuts before baking.